Pitkin County public meetings in 2021

BOCC Special Meeting

The Board of Commissioners is holding a special meeting and executive session. The body will discuss potential acquisitions of open space and housing properties, including the exercise of a right of refusal.

• Potential Open Space acquisition negotiations
• Exercise of right of refusal for potential housing property
• Potential acquisition of property for housing needs

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Pitkin County Planning & Zoning Commission regular meeting scheduled for December 21, 2021, has been canceled. Future meetings are scheduled for January 4 and January 18.

Hearing Officer

The Hearing Officer meeting scheduled for December 21, 2021, has been canceled. No other items were listed on the agenda.

Healthy Rivers

The Pitkin County Healthy Rivers Board is meeting to recommend the Crystal River be designated as a Wild and Scenic River. The body will also receive grant updates from the Town of Carbondale and discuss a youth empowerment initiative with Wild Rose Education.

• Recommendation for the Crystal River to be designated as a Wild and Scenic River
• Riverfront Park Grant and Weaver Ditch Telemetry grant updates from the Town of Carbondale
• Discussion of youth empowerment initiative with Wild Rose Education
• Approval of minutes from August 19, 2021 and November 16, 2021

BOCC Regular Meeting

The Board of Commissioners will consider the 2022 budget and appropriations of funds and the levying of 2021 general property taxes. The body will also discuss an ordinance to regulate short-term rental lodging units and residential properties.

• Adoption of the Fiscal Year 2022 Budget and Appropriations of Funds
• Ordinance to adopt laws for licensing and regulation of short-term rentals
• Lease agreements for space in the Michael W. Schultz Health and Services Building for multiple providers including Aspen Homeless Shelter
• Airport Rescue Grant Agreement with the Federal Aviation Administration
• TDR Program Annual Update 2021 public hearing

Senior Services

The Senior Services Council will meet to receive reports from the secretary, chairperson, and manager. The body will also discuss updates from the Age-Friendly Committee.

• Age-Friendly Committee updates

BOCC Work Session

The Board of County Commissioners is holding a work session to discuss items not yet ready for official action. Key topics include an emergency resolution for an FAA airport rescue grant and updates on the Construction & Demolition Ordinance and X-Games 2022.

• Emergency Resolution for an Airport Rescue Grant Agreement with the FAA for Aspen/Pitkin County Airport / Sardy Field
• Construction & Demolition Ordinance update
• X-Games 2022 update
• Executive session on Airport FBO options and lease structure negotiations
• Executive session on Pitkin Park Place damage to common elements

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will meet to discuss Land Use Code amendments presented by Joanna Schaffner. The meeting also includes time for comments from commissioners, staff, and the public.

• Land Use Code Amendments

BOCC Special Meeting

The Board of County Commissioners is holding a special meeting and site visit regarding the Stanley A. Dearhamer property. The body will consider rezoning a portion of the land and a resolution for a limited development conservation parcel.

• Rezoning of Stanley A. Dearhamer property from AR-2 (Residential 2-Acre) to AR-10 (Residential 10-Acre)
• Special Review Approval for a Limited Development Conservation Parcel and Activity Envelope at 24963 Fryingpan Road
• Site plan review for the Stanley A. Dearhamer property
• Review of Fishing Access Easement on Lime Creek

Board of Health

The Board of Health will review updates regarding COVID-19 data, testing, and vaccination. The meeting includes discussions on mitigation strategies for vaccinated facilities and the 2022 Business Playbook.

• COVID-19 Data & Omicron Update
• Testing & Vaccination Update
• Mitigation Strategies: Fully Vaccinated Facilities, Event Safety Plan, and 2022 Business Playbook
• COVID Communications Update regarding Traveler Responsibility Code

BOCC Work Session

The Board of Commissioners is holding a work session to discuss land and conservation easement acquisitions in executive session. The meeting includes updates on the Redstone Park construction project and the Resiliency Roadmap. The Board will also consider a mill levy certification resolution.

• Land and conservation easement negotiations for Snowmass Canyon, upper Capitol Creek, and Snowmass Creek Ranch
• Redstone Park Construction Project update
• Pitkin Iron Onsite Wastewater Treatment System (OWTS) Permit Fee Waiver
• Delegation of Mill Levy Certification Resolution
• Board of Social Services (BOSS) 3rd Quarter 2021 Update

Planning & Zoning Commission

The December 7, 2021, regular meeting of the Planning and Zoning Commission has been canceled.

Board of Adjustment

The Board of Adjustment meeting scheduled for December 7, 2021, has been canceled.

Open Space & Trails

The Open Space and Trails Board of Trustees is meeting to review parking at North Star Nature Preserve and park improvements at Redstone Park. A joint executive session with the Board of County Commissioners will focus on property acquisitions and legal advice regarding Rock Creek Association litigation.

• North Star Nature Preserve parking discussion
• Redstone Park improvements
• Land acquisition negotiations for Snowmass Canyon and Gunnison County
• Conservation easement negotiations for Aspen area ranch, Highland Mining District, upper Capitol Creek parcel, and Snowmass Creek Ranch
• Mining claim negotiation for Roaring Fork Mining District

BOCC Regular Meeting

The Board of Commissioners is reviewing the 2022 budget appropriations and general property tax levies for 2021. The meeting includes discussions on airport rates, housing lease agreements, and land use reviews.

• Resolution for Fiscal Year 2022 Budget and Appropriations and 2021 General Property Tax levies
• Initial Airport Rates and Charges for 2022
• Lease agreements for the Michael W. Schultz Health and Services Building and Pitkin County Courthouse
• Lease agreements for airport-owned housing with Tyler Yocum and Chelsea Elliott
• Site plan review for Woody Creek Commune 1, 2, 3, and 4 LLC

Hearing Officer

The Hearing Officer will consider a scenic review amendment regarding a mural on Spruce Street submitted by Suzanne Wolff.

• Spruce Street Mural Scenic Review Amendment, Suzanne Wolff

Open Space & Trails

The Board of Trustees is conducting a retreat session to discuss cross-jurisdictional recreation management. The meeting includes a presentation by the USFS Aspen Sopris Ranger District and the development of action items for the County.

• Presentation by Dr. Chris Monz of the USFS Aspen Sopris Ranger District
• Review of case studies and current recreation management initiatives
• Discussion between OSTB and BOCC on agency roles and resource constraints
• Development of action items

Healthy Rivers

The Healthy Rivers and Streams Citizens Advisory Board will discuss a letter of support for a $1.76 million grant request for the Colorado Airborne Snow Observatory. The board will also receive updates on river projects and grant-funded campaigns.

• Letter of support for Colorado Airborne Snow Observatory Water Plan Grant request ($1.76 million)
• Robinson Diversion Modification Project Engineering Award
• Wilderness Workshop Crystal River Wild and Scenic designation campaign update
• Sponsorship request for River Science’s River Watch Program Roaring Fork Valley
• Aspen Public Radio underwriting contract renewal

BOCC Regular Meeting

The Board of Commissioners will consider several special review approvals for commercial snow storage and land use resolutions. The meeting includes a second reading of a rezoning ordinance for property on Richmond Ridge and a first reading for the Dearhamer property.

• Rezoning of Richmond Ridge property from AR-10 and RR to Ski-Recreation (SKI-REC)
• Rezoning of Stanley A. Dearhamer property from AR-2 to AR-10
• Special review for commercial snow trucking/dumping/storage at T Lazy 7 Ranch, Vagneur Gravel Pit, and Smuggler Mine
• Resolution denying request to eliminate affordable dwelling unit deed restriction for Gloria Scharlin Revocable Trust
• Liquor license modification for Sundeck Restaurant to include Buckhorn Cabin

Senior Services

The agenda consists of procedural boilerplate. The council will receive reports from the secretary, chairperson, and manager.

BOCC Work Session

The Board of Commissioners is holding a work session to discuss items intended for future formal action. The meeting focuses on budget presentations and updates to county regulations.

• Prosperous Economy 2022 Proposed Budget presentation
• 4th Quarter Budget Supplementals
• Proposed Amendment to Title 10 (Airport Regulation) of the Pitkin County Code
• FY 2022 Airport Rates and Charges
• Pitkin County Investment Portfolio Update

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission meeting scheduled for November 16, 2021, has been canceled.

Hearing Officer

The regular meeting scheduled for November 16, 2021, has been canceled.

BOCC Work Session

The Board of Commissioners is holding a work session to conduct interviews for the Airport Advisory Board. This session is for discussion and does not include official action.

• Interviews with Valerie Braun
• Interviews with Shaun DeWolfe
• Interviews with Auden Schendler
• Interviews with Rich Burkley
• Interviews with Howie Mallory, Richard Heede, and David Perry

Board of Health

The Board of Health will review a presentation on the proposed Winter Mitigation Plan. The body will discuss and decide on the plan's implementation.

• Presentation and decision on the Winter Mitigation Plan

BOCC Regular Meeting

The Board of Commissioners is holding a work session to interview candidates for the Airport Advisory Board. This session is for discussion and does not include official action.

• Interviews with Meg Haynes
• Interviews with Nicky Byrne
• Interviews with Amory Lovins
• Interviews with Jacque Francis
• Interviews with Andrew Doremus, Bruce Gordon, Debbie Braun, and Michael Solondz

BOCC Work Session

The Board will consider a service plan for the Crystal Oaks Metropolitan District. Staff will also present proposed 2022 budgets for the Ambulance District and the District Attorney.

• Crystal Oaks Metropolitan District Service Plan resolution
• Ambulance District 2022 Proposed Budget
• District Attorney 2022 Proposed Budget
• Review of 2022 New Position Requests
• Upper Midnight Mine Litigation discussion

Open Space & Trails

The Open Space and Trails Board of Trustees will review the Sky Mountain Park Management Plan and agriculture lease policies. The board will also hold an executive session to discuss several property and conservation easement acquisitions.

• Sky Mountain Park Management Plan
• Agriculture Lease Policy & Process
• Land acquisition negotiations for Snowmass Canyon
• Conservation Easement negotiations for Snowmass Creek Ranch and upper Capitol Creek parcel
• Mining Claim negotiation for Roaring Fork Mining District

BOCC Work Session

The Board of Commissioners will hold a work session to discuss the 2022 proposed budget for the Flourishing Natural and Built Environment. This session is intended for staff and community partners to present issues that may lead to future official actions.

• Flourishing Natural and Built Environment 2022 Proposed Budget Presentation
• Potential Housing Property Acquisition; Negotiation of Purchase (Executive Session)

BOCC Regular Meeting

The Board of County Commissioners will consider adopting an Emergency Operations Plan and accepting two grant awards. The meeting includes decisions on land use exemptions and deed restrictions. One land use item for Valley View Ajax LLC was continued to December 1, 2021.

• Adoption of the Pitkin County Emergency Operations Plan
• Acceptance of the 2021 Emergency Management Performance Grant Program (EMPG)
• Acceptance of the Hazard Mitigation Plan Grant Award
• Denial of request to eliminate employee dwelling unit deed restriction at 1120 Shield O Road
• Amendment to BOCC Resolution No. 016-2021 for Chaparral Aspen Homestead 7 LLC and 8 LLC

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission meeting scheduled for November 2, 2021, has been canceled.

Board of Adjustment

The Board of Adjustment meeting scheduled for November 2, 2021, has been canceled. No items were decided or discussed.

Elected Officials Transportation Board (EOTC)

The agenda for this meeting consists of procedural boilerplate. No specific action items or discussion topics are listed in the provided text.

Board of Health

The Pitkin County Board of Health is conducting a Child Fatality Prevention System case review. This portion of the meeting includes an executive session for case reviews.

• Case Review - Executive Session per CRS24-20.5-408(2)(b)

BOCC Regular Meeting

The Board of County Commissioners is reviewing a rezoning request for property on Richmond Ridge and an amendment to the 2018 Aspen Mountain Ski Area Master Plan. The body is also considering several resolutions related to emergency management and public health grants.

• Second reading of ordinance to rezone Richmond Ridge property from AR-10 and RR to Ski-Recreation (SKI-REC)
• Resolution to amend the 2018 Aspen Mountain Ski Area Amended and Restated SKI-REC Master Plan
• Resolution to accept the 2021 Emergency Management Performance Grant Program (EMPG)
• Resolution to accept the Hazard Mitigation Plan Grant Award
• Ordinance amending Ordinance 85-2019 regarding Pitkin County Board of Health Bylaws

BOCC Work Session

The Board of Commissioners is holding a work session to discuss items for future formal action. The primary focus is a presentation on the 2022 proposed budget for Livable and Supportive Community.

• 2022 Proposed Budget Presentation for Livable and Supportive Community
• Colorado Parks & Wildlife Black Bear Management Plan discussion
• EcoFlight Healthy Rivers Grant Application for Crystal River protection
• Review of LOS for Town of Snowmass Village Grant Application for Snowmass Mall Transit Center Redevelopment
• Executive session regarding Crystal River Augmentation, Cougar Canyon Outparcel Sale, and Upper Midnight Water Application

Senior Services

The Senior Services Council will hold a meeting via Google Meet to discuss various reports and updates. The agenda includes reports from the Secretary, Chairperson, and Manager, as well as updates regarding Age Friendly committees.

• Secretary's Report by Debbie Overeynder
• Chairperson's Report by Teresa Hall
• Manager's Report by Chad Federwitz
• Updates from Age Friendly committees

BOCC Work Session

The Board of Commissioners will hold a work session to review items intended for future formal adoption. Discussions include affordable housing land use policies and proposed short-term rental licensing regulations.

• Affordable Housing Land Use Code Policies and Land Use Master Plan Recommendations
• Proposed Short Term Rental (STR) Licensing Regulation
• APCHA 2022 Budget Presentation
• Library Board interview for Elizabeth Stewart-Severy
• Executive session regarding housing acquisition and potential purchase negotiations

Hearing Officer

The Hearing Officer will conduct a public hearing regarding a continued application from the Reiner Family Trust. The session focuses on site plan review and specific land use exemptions.

• Site Plan Review for Kenneth J Reiner and Laurie A Reiner of the Reiner Family Trust
• Special Review for a CDU
• Special Review and GMQS Exemption for TDR Receiver Site

Planning & Zoning Commission

The October 19, 2021, meeting of the Planning and Zoning Commission was canceled.

BOCC Special Meeting

The Board of Commissioners is holding a special meeting for the Annual Emma Caucus. The meeting is scheduled for October 17, 2021, at Emmadale Farm.

• Annual Emma Caucus Meeting

Board of Health

The Pitkin County Board of Health is meeting to review COVID-19 testing, vaccine, and data updates. The body will discuss a proposal for winter planning mitigation strategies and triggers.

• Winter Planning Mitigation Strategy & Trigger Proposal
• Fully Vaccinated Facility Program
• Bylaws update and budget review
• Mental health and epidemiological data updates

BOCC Regular Meeting

The Board of County Commissioners will discuss an intergovernmental agreement for the Maroon Creek Roundabout reconstruction and a grant for airport operations internships. The body is also reviewing site plans for Woody Creek Commune and a plat extension for the Highland Bavarian Subdivision.

• Intergovernmental Agreement with CDOT for Maroon Creek Roundabout reconstruction
• Grant Agreement with CDOT Aeronautical Board for Aspen/Pitkin County Airport internships
• Site Plan Review for Woody Creek Commune 1, 2, 3, and 4, LLC
• Deadline extension to record the Highland Bavarian Subdivision Final Plat
• Resolution supporting Regional Fugitive Methane Capture and Destruction Projects

Telecommunications Advisory Board

The agenda consists of procedural boilerplate. The board is scheduled to approve minutes from the July 14, 2021 meeting and hear staff reports.

• Approval of TAB Meeting Minutes from 7/14/21

BOCC Work Session

The Board of Commissioners is holding a work session to discuss items for future formal adoption. The meeting includes a review of the proposed 2022 budget and planning for upcoming committee meetings.

• Overview of Proposed 2022 Budget
• Richmond Ridge Master Planning discussion
• Preparation for Elected Officials Transportation Committee meeting on October 28, 2021
• Pitkin County Cares Awards Presentation
• COVID update and Roadmap to Recovery discussion

Healthy Rivers

The Healthy Rivers body is meeting for the Celebrate the Crystal event in Marble, CO. No other legislative or administrative actions are listed on the agenda.

• Celebrate the Crystal event in Marble, CO

Open Space & Trails

The Board of Trustees will review the 2022 Open Space and Trails budget. The meeting includes an executive session to provide instructions to negotiators regarding several property interest acquisitions.

• Review of Open Space and Trails 2022 Budget
• Conservation Easement negotiations for Aspen area ranch
• Mining Claim negotiation in Roaring Fork Mining District
• Conservation Easement negotiations for Highland Mining District
• Conservation Easement negotiations for upper Capitol Creek parcel and Snowmass Creek Ranch

Planning & Zoning Commission

The commission will review a service plan for the Crystal Oaks Metro District. The agenda also includes a discussion regarding a long range planning update.

• Crystal Oaks Metro District Service Plan

Board of Adjustment

The Board of Adjustment will meet to review a request for setback variances at 964 Lower River Road in Snowmass. The applicant is seeking exceptions to the required 50-foot Collector Street setback for the construction of two barns.

• Case 11-2021: Request for 15-foot and 17-foot Collector Street setback variances at 964 Lower River Road for an equipment barn and hay barn

BOCC Work Session

The Board of Commissioners is holding a work session to discuss proposed short-term rental licensing regulations and the Crystal Oaks Metropolitan District Service District. The meeting includes a COVID-19 update and interviews for the Library Board. The board will also hold an executive session regarding ASE Fixed Base Operations.

• Review of proposed Short Term Rental Licensing Regulation
• Proposed Crystal Oaks Metropolitan District Service District
• Executive session on ASE Fixed Base Operations (FBO)
• Library Board interviews for Erin Cummings and Ashley Connolly
• Airport Advisory Board discussion

BOCC Special Meeting

The Board of County Commissioners will conduct a fact-finding site visit at the Dutch Creek Mine. No official action will be taken during this meeting.

• Site visit to Dutch Creek Mine portals
• Presentation on fugitive methane

BOCC Work Session

The Board of Commissioners is meeting to discuss items for future formal adoption and receive staff presentations. The session includes a review of regional methane capture projects and updates on county infrastructure and health.

• Discussion of Resolution Supporting Regional Fugitive Methane Capture and Destruction Projects
• Executive session regarding Pandora Ski Company Application
• Jail Renovation update
• Motherlode Mercantile Program presentation
• Fire Mitigation and COVID updates

BOCC Regular Meeting

The Board of County Commissioners will review intergovernmental agreements and a 3rd Quarter Budget Supplemental Resolution. The meeting includes a discussion on airport operations internships and a legal session regarding Pandora Ski Company.

• Intergovernmental Agreement with CDOT for Maroon Creek Roundabout reconstruction
• Grant Agreement with CDOT Division of Aeronautics for Aspen/Pitkin County Airport operations internships
• 3rd Quarter Budget Supplemental Resolution
• Second Amendment to the Central Mountains Regional Emergency And Trauma Advisory Council agreement
• Scharlin Gloria Rev Trust removal of 'Affordable Dwelling Unit' deed restriction (continued to 10/13/2021)

BOCC Work Session

The Board of Commissioners is holding a work session to review staff presentations and discuss items for future regular meetings. The session includes executive sessions regarding airport lease negotiations, litigation, and property acquisitions.

• Executive session on FBO options and lease structure negotiations
• Sky Mountain Park Management Plan Update presentation
• COVID update presentation
• Census overview and redistricting update
• Executive sessions regarding Rock Creek litigation, sale of Cougar Canyon property, and housing acquisition

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission is meeting to consider a land use action regarding the Dearhamer property. This includes a rezoning request and a special review for a development conservation parcel.

• Dearhamer Rezoning
• Special Review for a Limited Development Conservation Parcel
• Activity Envelope and Site Plan Review for Leslie Lamont

BOCC Regular Meeting

The Board of Commissioners will perform a fact-finding site visit to Maroon Bells. No official action will be taken during this meeting.

• Site visit to assess traffic impacts and facilities at Maroon Bells

Senior Services

The agenda consists of procedural boilerplate. The council is scheduled to review the secretary's report and approve minutes from the August meeting.

• Approval of August meeting minutes

BOCC Work Session

The Board of Commissioners will hold a work session to discuss growth management and long-term jail updates. The meeting includes interviews for the Healthy Rivers & Streams and Airport Advisory boards, as well as an executive session regarding airport leases and property sales.

• Executive session on FBO lease structures and FAA Airport requirements
• Executive session on the sale of Cougar Canyon property
• Growth Management Discussion - Part II
• Long Term Jail Discussion Update
• Citizen Board interviews for Healthy Rivers & Streams

Hearing Officer

The Hearing Officer is conducting a virtual meeting to review site plans and special requests. The body will consider exemptions for TDR receiver sites and a scenic review amendment.

• Site Plan Review and GMQS Exemption for TDR Receiver Site (Kenneth J Reiner and Laurie A Reiner)
• Activity Envelope and Site Plan Review and GMQS Exemption for TDR Receiver Site (Juniper Family Investment LLC)
• Scenic Review Amendment for Nexttohuntercreek LLC/69 Sunshine Avenue LLC

Healthy Rivers

The Healthy Rivers and Streams Board is reviewing a study on managing bypass flows from the Twin Lakes collection system to benefit the Roaring Fork River. The meeting also includes updates on open space management plans and a grant request.

• Roaring Fork Bypass Flow Evaluation presented by Miller Ecological Consultants, Aquatic Specialists, and BBA Water Consultants Inc.
• Fall grant request for ECO Flight in the amount of $30,000
• Updates on the Sky Mountain Park and Glassier Open Space and Trails management plans
• East of Aspen Master Plan updates

Board of Health

The Board of Health is meeting to review COVID-19 data, vaccination, and winter mitigation strategies. The agenda includes discussions on mental health updates and tobacco-related policies.

• Update to bylaws
• Discussion on COVID staff
• Update on mental health continuum and PACT
• Flavor Ban and TRL Policies presentation by Campaign for Tobacco-Free Kids
• COVID-19 winter planning and mitigation strategies

BOCC Regular Meeting

The Board of County Commissioners will conduct a public hearing regarding rezoning and master plan amendments for the Aspen Mountain/Pandora's expansion. The body will also consider a 3rd Quarter Budget Supplemental Resolution and two emergency ordinances.

• Public hearing on rezoning Richmond Ridge property from AR-10 and RR to Ski-Recreation (SKI-REC) zone districts
• Resolution to amend the 2018 Aspen Mountain Ski Area Amended and Restated SKI-REC Master Plan
• 3rd Quarter Budget Supplemental Resolution
• Emergency Ordinance regarding a covenant for the Cougar Canyon Outparcel
• Emergency Ordinance to amend the Communications Site Use Lease with the U.S. Forest Service for the Thomasville Communications Site

Open Space & Trails

The Open Space and Trails Board of Trustees is meeting to update the Agriculture Lease Policy and discuss the Aspen Village Bridge Connection. The board and Board of County Commissioners will also hold an executive session regarding property interest acquisitions.

• Agriculture Lease Policy update
• Conservation Easement negotiations for upper Capitol Creek parcel
• Lease trade negotiations for Basalt area parcel
• Conservation Easement negotiations for Aspen area ranch and Snowmass Creek Ranch
• Aspen Village Bridge Connection discussion

BOCC Work Session

The Board of Commissioners and Open Space & Trails are meeting to discuss the Aspen Village Bridge Connection and 3rd Quarter Budget Supplemental Requests. The session includes updates on COVID-19 and the Snowmass Capitol Creek Fire Station. No official actions are taken during this work session.

• Aspen Village Bridge Connection discussion
• 3rd Quarter Budget Supplemental Requests
• Citizen Board Renewal for Healthy Rivers and Streams
• COVID-19 update
• Snowmass Capitol Creek Fire Station discussion

Planning & Zoning Commission

The regular meeting scheduled for September 7, 2021, has been canceled. No decisions or discussions took place.

Board of Adjustment

The Board of Adjustment meeting scheduled for September 7, 2021, has been canceled. No items were decided or discussed.

BOCC Special Meeting

The Board of County Commissioners is meeting to discuss the Aspen Skiing Company LLC Pandora’s Expansion. The agenda includes a proposed rezoning of property on Richmond Ridge and an amendment to the 2018 Aspen Mountain Ski Area Master Plan. The meeting consists of site visits to various locations on Aspen Mountain, Richmond Ridge, and Little Annie Basin.

• Proposed rezoning of Richmond Ridge property from AR-10 and RR districts to Ski-Recreation (SKI_REC)
• Resolution to amend the 2018 Aspen Mountain Ski Area Amended and Restate SKI-REC Master Plan
• Site visit to the proposed top terminus of the Pandora Lift
• Survey of conditions at Twilight Lode on Richmond Ridge
• Discussion of development on Richmond Ridge and Little Annie Basin

BOCC Regular Meeting

The Board of County Commissioners will hold a public hearing regarding the Aspen Mountain/Pandora's Expansion. The body is discussing rezoning property on Richmond Ridge and amending the 2018 Aspen Mountain Ski Area Master Plan.

• Rezoning of Richmond Ridge property from AR-10 and RR to Ski-Recreation (SKI-REC) zone
• Resolution to amend the 2018 Aspen Mountain Ski Area Amended and Restated SKI-REC Master Plan
• Intergovernmental Agreement with Eagle County for snow removal in Frying Pan Valley (2021-2025)
• Emergency Vehicle Access Easement Agreement for Healthy Rivers Whitewater Park
• Underground sewer line easement for Lanes End Holdings LLC

BOCC Work Session

The Board of Commissioners will hold a work session to discuss staff and community presentations. The meeting focuses on information gathering and preparation for future official actions.

• Economic Update and Investment Portfolio Review
• Operations Greenhouse Gas Emissions (GHG) Inventory Update
• COVID 19 Staff Discussion
• APCHA Appointment discussion
• Maroon Bells - Snowmass Wilderness Area discussion

Open Space & Trails

The Board of Trustees is reviewing an update to the Sky Mountain Park Management Plan and a land use referral. The meeting includes an executive session to discuss the acquisition and negotiation of five conservation easements.

• Sky Mountain Park Management Plan Update
• Conservation Easement negotiation for Carbondale area ranch
• Conservation Easement negotiation for upper Capitol Creek parcel
• Conservation Easement acquisition for Thompson Creek drainage
• Conservation Easement negotiations for Aspen area ranch and Snowmass Creek Ranch

Healthy Rivers

The Healthy Rivers and Streams Citizens Advisory Board adopted an updated Riparian Zone Policy. The Board also formed a subcommittee to investigate implementing a healthy rivers sales tax in other counties.

• Adoption of the Riparian Zone Policy
• Formation of a subcommittee to study healthy rivers sales tax implementation
• Executive session regarding Yule Creek Mine Clean Water Act Permit Application
• Roaring Fork Conservancy – Education Center Grant Update

Redstone HPC

The committee is meeting to approve minutes from February and March 2021. Members will also review new business regarding two specific property requests in Redstone.

• Review of shed at 364 Redstone Boulevard
• Review of accessory building with garage and CDU at 282 Firehouse Road

Senior Services

The meeting agenda consists of reports from the Secretary, Chairperson, and Manager. There are no specific items listed under old or new business.

BOCC Work Session

The Board of Commissioners will hold an executive session to discuss the sale of the Cougar Canyon Property. The meeting includes a second quarter 2021 update from the Board of Social Services (BOSS) and a status update on the Buttermilk parking lot.

• Executive session regarding the sale of Cougar Canyon Property
• Board of Social Services (BOSS) 2nd Quarter 2021 Update
• Buttermilk Parking Lot Update presented by Brian Pettet

Hearing Officer

The regular meeting of the Pitkin County Hearing Officer scheduled for August 17, 2021, has been canceled.

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission meeting scheduled for August 17, 2021, has been canceled. No decisions or discussions took place.

Board of Health

The Board of Health is meeting to review COVID-19 data, vaccination updates, and planning for the fall and winter. The session includes a presentation and discussion on recommendations and requirements for schools and childcare providers.

• COVID-19 data and vaccination updates
• School and childcare guidance recommendations and requirements
• Protect Our Neighbors (PON)/PBG update
• Shifting roles and responsibilities of DI team members and sequelae study
• COVID planning and partnership update for fall and winter

BOCC Regular Meeting

The Board of County Commissioners will discuss several intergovernmental agreements and land use ordinances. Key items include a proposed ballot question for property tax increases and changes to employee housing impact fee calculations.

• Ballot question to increase property taxes for Redstone Ranch Acres road maintenance and capital improvement
• Ordinance amending Pitkin County Land Use Code regarding Employee Housing Impact Fee calculations
• Intergovernmental Agreement with CDOT for reconstruction of the Maroon Creek Roundabout
• Intergovernmental Agreement with Eagle County for Frying Pan Valley snow removal (2021-2025)
• Resolution approving Summer Budget Supplemental Requests

BOCC Work Session

The Board of Commissioners will meet for a work session to discuss community issues. Topics include updates on a community survey, growth management background, and an emergency access easement for Whitewater Park.

• Community Survey Update
• Background on Growth Management
• Emergency Access Easement from Basalt Commercial Owners Association for Whitewater Park
• I-70 / Glenwood Canyon Closure Update
• Jail Update

Board of Adjustment

The Board of Adjustment is meeting to consider four separate requests for setback variances. These requests involve the construction of a shed, a ranch gate, and additions to single-family residences.

• Case 07-2021: 33.5 foot Front Yard and Collector Street setback variances for a shed at 2134 Lower River Road, Snowmass
• Case 08-2021: 25 foot Front Yard and 10 foot Rear Yard setback variances for residence additions at 115 Little Texas Lane, Woody Creek
• Case 09-2021: 50 foot Front Yard and Side Yard setback variances for a ranch gate at 175 Bison Lane, Redstone
• Case 10-2021: 15 foot Front Yard setback variance for a residence addition at 111 Little Texas Lane

BOCC Work Session

The Board of Commissioners is meeting for a work session to discuss upcoming agenda items and a recovery roadmap. The session includes an executive session and a joint meeting with the City of Aspen to interview APCHA candidates.

• Executive session discussion on Sale of Cougar Canyon Property
• Executive session discussion on Phillips Mobile Home Park intrusion onto State Land Board Property
• Executive session discussion on Country Day Housing Impact Fee
• Recovery and Resiliency Roadmap Update presentation by Kara Silbernagel
• Interviews for APCHA candidates: Alicyn Bektesh, David Cook, Rebecca Mirsky, and Damien Williamson

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission meeting scheduled for August 3, 2021, was canceled. No decisions or discussions took place.

Elected Officials Transportation Board (EOTC)

The Elected Officials Transportation Committee is seeking administrative direction on the 2021 Near Term Transit Improvement Program. The board will also consider funding for the 2022 Maroon Creek Roundabout Reconstruction and an amended 2021 budget.

• Decision on 2021 Near Term Transit Improvement Program based on IMS and UVTE studies
• Funding request for 2022 Maroon Creek Roundabout Reconstruction
• Approval of an amended 2021 EOTC Budget
• Authorization of Resolution of Approval for Town of Snowmass Village and City of Aspen
• Updates on Brush Creek Park and Ride feasibility study and food truck experiment

BOCC Regular Meeting

The Board of County Commissioners will consider changes to the Employee Housing Impact Fee and a rezoning request for property on Richmond Ridge. The board is also reviewing budget supplemental requests and an agreement for mental health services.

• Proposed changes to calculating the Employee Housing Impact Fee
• Intergovernmental Agreement with CDOT for Maroon Creek Roundabout reconstruction
• Ballot question for Redstone Ranch Acres Road General Improvement District to increase property taxes
• Amended agreement between Pitkin County, Aspen School District, Aspen Valley Hospital, and City of Aspen for mental health services
• Conditional rezoning of Richmond Ridge property from Agricultural Residential 10 and Rural/Remote to Ski-Recreation Zone District

BOCC Work Session

The Board of Commissioners is holding a work session to discuss issues before they are brought for formal action at a regular meeting. Topics include homeless services, rental regulations, and employee compensation.

• Update on Safe Outdoor Space and Homeless Services
• Review of proposed Short Term Rental Licensing Regulation
• Proposed reinstatement of 2021 Employee Pay Adjustments
• Redstone Ranch Acres Ballot Question
• Preparation for August 3, 2021 joint meeting with City of Aspen

Senior Services

The Pitkin County Senior Services Council is meeting to discuss the development of action items for the Age Friendly Plan. The discussion focuses on the 8 Domains of Livability.

• Development of action items for Age Friendly Plan - 8 Domains of Livability
• Approval of June 2, 2021 meeting and retreat minutes

BOCC Work Session

The Board of Commissioners is holding a work session to discuss items for future formal adoption. The meeting includes an executive session for legal matters and a review of upcoming regular meeting items.

• Woody Creek Tavern request for temporary seating expansion
• Yule Creek Mine Clean Water Act Permit Application (Executive Session)
• Upper Midnight Water Litigation (Executive Session)
• Land Use Application for TDR on property owned in part by Pitkin County (Executive Session)
• Garfield County request for amicus support (Executive Session)

Hearing Officer

The regular meeting of the Hearing Officer scheduled for July 20, 2021, has been canceled.

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission is meeting to discuss a land use action regarding the Employee Housing Impact Fee. The agenda also includes a discussion on hemp.

• Employee Housing Impact Fee Amendment
• Hemp discussion

Board of Health

The Board of Health is meeting to receive COVID-19 updates. The session includes an executive session to discuss the recruitment, hiring process, and performance evaluation of the Public Health Director.

• COVID-19 updates from the Epidemiologist and Testing and Vaccine Coordinator
• Executive session regarding the recruitment and hiring process for Public Health Director
• Executive session regarding the performance evaluation of the Interim Public Health Director

BOCC Regular Meeting

The Board of Commissioners is reviewing agreements for mental health services and housing fund leases. The meeting includes second readings for conservation easements at Capitol Creek Ranch and Cold Mountain Ranch, as well as an emergency ordinance regarding fire and fireworks bans.

• Amended Intergovernmental Agreement for the purchase of Vital Mental Health Services
• Lease Agreement for County Owned Housing Fund Units
• Second Amendment to the Deed of Conservation Easement for Capitol Creek Ranch
• Amended and Restated Deed of Conservation Easement for Cold Mountain Ranch
• Emergency Ordinance authorizing the Sheriff to impose bans on open fires and fireworks

Telecommunications Advisory Board

The agenda consists of procedural boilerplate. The board will review meeting minutes from April 14, 2021, and hear staff reports.

• Approval of 4/14/21 Regular Meeting Minutes

BOCC Work Session

The Board of Commissioners is holding a work session to review staff presentations and upcoming meeting items. The session includes updates on county projects and interviews for citizen board positions. No official actions are taken during this work session.

• Community Survey presentation by Laura Armstrong
• 123 Emma Road Renovation Project update
• Jail Safety Project update
• Citizen Board interviews for Elizabeth Marolt (Citizen Grant Review) and Ivan Cassar (P & Z)
• Ratification of the CC4CA Policy Statements

Board of Health

The Board of Health will hold an executive session regarding the recruitment and hiring process for a new Public Health Director. The session also includes a discussion regarding the performance evaluation of the Interim Public Health Director.

• Recruitment and hiring process for Public Health Director
• Performance evaluation of Interim Public Health Director

BOCC Work Session

The Board of Commissioners is holding a work session to discuss community presentations and upcoming regular meeting items. No official actions will be taken during this session.

• Update on DOLA Planning Grant and 3-county Solar + Storage Study
• CORE accomplishments and REMP funding request
• Request to add a full-time employee for Healthy Rivers and Streams
• Citizen Board interviews for Telecommunications Advisory Board and P & Z
• Discussion on APCHA Board Vacancy community representative process

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission meeting scheduled for July 6, 2021, has been canceled.

Board of Adjustment

The Board of Adjustment will consider four separate requests for setback variances. These requests involve residential redevelopment, underground improvements, and the construction of storage units.

• Case 03-2021: 15 foot Front Yard Setback variance for 30 Maroon Court, Aspen
• Case 04-2021: 30 foot and 25 foot Collector Street and Side Yard Setback Variances for Lot 2, Dickson Subdivision, Snowmass
• Case 05-2021: 159 foot Arterial Highway Setback Variance for storage units at 26800 Highway 82, Snowmass
• Case 06-2021: 70 foot Front Yard Setback Variance for a residence addition at 331 Seven Oaks Road, Carbondale

Board of Health

The Board of Health is holding a special meeting focused on COVID-19 response, resilience, and recovery. The primary agenda item is an executive session regarding the hiring process for a Public Health Director and the performance evaluation of the Interim Public Health Director.

• Executive session on recruitment and hiring process for Public Health Director
• Executive session on performance evaluation of Interim Public Health Director

BOCC Regular Meeting

The Board of County Commissioners will discuss an emergency ordinance regarding open fires and fireworks. The meeting also includes reviews of liquor license applications and conservation easement amendments.

• Emergency Ordinance authorizing the Sheriff to impose and rescind bans on open fires and fireworks in unincorporated Pitkin County
• Liquor license application for French Pastry & More, LLC at 303 E. Aspen Business Center
• Amended lease agreement with Jedediah Aspen, LLC to extend concession boundary area at Aspen/Pitkin County Airport
• Conservation easement amendments for Cold Mountain Ranch and Capitol Creek Ranch
• Resolution to approve 2nd Quarter Budget Supplemental Requests

BOCC Work Session

The Board of Commissioners will hold a work session to discuss issues that may lead to future official action. Key topics include water district funding, financial reporting for 2020, and short-term rental licensing.

• Water District Community Funding Partnership and Crystal River Basin augmentation needs
• Comprehensive Annual Financial Reporting for fiscal year ended December 31, 2020
• Short Term Rental Licensing Regulation
• Citizen Board Interviews for P & Z and Citizen Grant Review - Youth
• Wildfire Detection Cameras discussion

Healthy Rivers

The Healthy Rivers and Streams Citizens Advisory Board will discuss the implementation of a healthy rivers sales tax and a draft policy statement on riparian zones. The board will also hold an executive session regarding the Yule Creek Mine Clean Water Act Permit Application.

• Creation of a subcommittee to present a healthy rivers sales tax implementation to similar counties
• Discussion of a Riparian Zone policy statement
• Executive session on Yule Creek Mine Clean Water Act Permit Application

BOCC Work Session

The Board of Commissioners will hold a work session to discuss items for future formal action. The meeting includes an executive session on litigation and permits, and presentations on wildfire monitoring and employee housing impact fees.

• Annual Review of Employee Housing Impact Fee
• Aspen Fire Department Wildfire Monitoring System presentation
• Executive session on Rock Creek, Upper Midnight, and Centennial HOA litigation
• Executive session on Yule Creek Mine Clean Water and Permit Application
• Discussion of Ruedi Water and Power Authority (RWAPA) IGA

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission meeting scheduled for June 15, 2021, has been canceled. No items were decided or discussed.

BOCC Work Session

The county is hosting a community meeting to provide updates on public health and vaccine status. The session includes discussions on mask mandates and mental health services.

• Public Health Order and Mask Mandates update
• Vaccine and testing update
• Mental health services update
• Epidemiology update

BOCC Regular Meeting

The Board of County Commissioners will discuss airport concession boundaries, open space adoptions, and budget requests. The meeting includes public hearings on a wastewater treatment plant and land use code amendments.

• Adoption of Phillips River Access as Pitkin County Open Space & Trails
• Amended lease agreement with Jedediah Aspen, LLC for airport concession boundary extension
• Approval of 2nd Quarter Budget Supplemental Requests
• Special Review Use Approval for Lazy Glen Homeowners Association Wastewater Treatment Plant
• Amendments to the 2006 Pitkin County Land Use Code regarding Agricultural Building Review Committee and Parks/Recreation/Open Space Exaction

Hearing Officer

The Hearing Officer will conduct a public hearing regarding the Nore Trust. The session focuses on a site plan review and the use of a Transfer of Development Rights (TDR) for additional floor area.

• Nore Trust Activity Envelope and Site Plan Review
• Special Review for the use of a TDR for additional floor area

BOCC Work Session

The Board of Commissioners is meeting for a work session to discuss issues not yet ready for official action. The session includes a staff presentation and a review of future meeting calendars.

• Library Boiler follow-up presentation by Zach Hendrix

Board of Health

The Board of Health is meeting to discuss and decide on the alignment of local public health orders with CDC guidance and the State Public Health Officer. The meeting is focused on COVID-19 response, resilience, and recovery.

• Local Public Health Order alignment with CDC guidance and State PHO

Senior Services

The Pitkin County Senior Services Council will meet to review a presentation on 8 Domains. The body will discuss these domains and form sub-committees.

• Presentation of 8 Domains
• Discussion and sub-committee formation

Open Space & Trails

The Open Space and Trails Board of Trustees will meet with the Board of County Commissioners for a joint executive session regarding property interest acquisitions. The regular session includes discussions on the Cold Mountain Ranch Conservation Easement and the adoption of Phillips River Access.

• Open Space Preservation Master Planning – Aspen Area Ranch
• Conservation easement acquisition/negotiation: Snowmass Creek parcel
• Partnership with AVLT regarding agricultural and scenic ranch property near Carbondale, CO
• Conservation easement acquisition/negotiation: Highland Mining District
• Cold Mountain Ranch Conservation Easement and Open Space Master Plan Amendment

BOCC Work Session

The Board of Commissioners is holding a work session to discuss land conservation and budget updates. The meeting includes a joint session with Open Space & Trails and a review of second quarter budget supplemental requests.

• Adoption of Phillips River Corridor
• Cold Mountain Ranch Conservation Easement and Open Space Master Plan Amendment
• 2nd Quarter Budget Supplemental Requests and Budget Update
• Executive session regarding the sale of Cougar Canyon Property
• Executive session on property interest acquisitions and negotiations

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning & Zoning Commission will consider a resolution regarding the Aspen Mountain Ski Area. This includes a rezoning, a SKI-REC Master Plan Amendment, an activity envelope, and a site plan review.

• Resolution recommending approval of the Aspen Mountain Ski Area Rezoning
• SKI-REC Master Plan Amendment
• Activity Envelope and Site Plan Review
• Certification of the Zoning Plat to the Board of County Commissioners

Board of Adjustment

The Board of Adjustment is meeting to address new business regarding property variances. Both scheduled items have been continued to a future date.

• 30 Maroon Meier LLC Front Yard Setback Variance (continued to 07/06/2021)
• Marcus and Lara Bach Revocable Trust Side Yard Setback Variance (continued to 07/06/2021)

BOCC Regular Meeting

The Board of County Commissioners will discuss new ground transportation fees for the Aspen/Pitkin County Airport and the sale of property at 104 Devon Court in Basalt. The meeting also includes land use hearings for a distillery operation and various housing dwelling units.

• New ground transportation fees for the Aspen/Pitkin County Airport
• Sale of property located at 104 Devon Court, Basalt, Colorado
• Special Review Use for Emma Fields LLC federal permit for a distillery and two employee housing units
• Amendments to the 2006 Pitkin County Land Use Code regarding Agricultural Building Review Committee and Parks/Recreation/Open Space Exaction
• Intergovernmental Agreement with USDA Forest Service, White River National Forest for 2021 Annual Operating and Financial Plan

BOCC Work Session

The Board of Commissioners is holding a work session to discuss the expanded opening of county facilities and COVID-19 updates. The board will also review a proposed amendment to Resolution 079-2019 regarding the declaration of a climate emergency.

• Expanded opening of County Facilities for June 1, 2021
• COVID Update presentation
• Discussion of Amendment of Resolution 079-2019 endorsing the Declaration of a Climate Emergency

Healthy Rivers

The Healthy Rivers Board is considering a proposal to modify the emergency access road at the Emma Road side of the White Water Park. This modification is required due to development on an adjacent lot that encroaches on the current access path. The board will review funding recommendations for necessary road maintenance and landscaping work.

• Emergency access road modification at White Water Park
• Landscaping and road maintenance for Emma Road access
• Proposed landscape planting plan including Princess Kay Plum and native seed mix

Senior Services

The agenda consists of procedural boilerplate. The council will receive reports from the secretary, chairperson, and manager.

BOCC Work Session

The Board of Commissioners will meet for a work session and a special meeting. The agenda includes staff presentations and an executive session to discuss property, legal, and lease matters.

• Executive session regarding Cougar Canyon property sale
• Executive session regarding APCHA settlement negotiations
• Executive session regarding airport layout plan and FBO lease negotiations
• Executive session regarding easement request along Shady Lane
• Board of Social Services (BOSS) 1st Quarter Update

Hearing Officer

The regular meeting scheduled for May 18, 2021, has been canceled.

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding a request from COLA LLC GMQS. The body will discuss an allotment for additional residential floor area, as well as an activity envelope and site plan review.

• Public hearing for COLA LLC GMQS regarding additional residential floor area and site plan review

Board of Health

The Board of Health is meeting to discuss staff recommendations for the period following May 27th and the transition beyond the state dial. The session includes updates on vaccination data and a communication campaign.

• Election of a new Chair
• Staff recommendations for post-May 27th COVID-19 response
• ACRA presentation
• Vaccination update
• COVID-19 communication campaign

BOCC Regular Meeting

The Board of County Commissioners is considering several ordinances and resolutions regarding land use and transportation. Items include new ground transportation fees for the Aspen / Pitkin County Airport and various open space and right-of-way leases.

• Resolution establishing new ground transportation fees for the Aspen / Pitkin County Airport
• Ordinance authorizing the sale of property at 104 Devon Court, Basalt, Colorado
• Ordinance adopting Phillips River Access as Pitkin County Open Space & Trails
• Ordinance regarding an agricultural lease of Glassier Open Space to Marigold Livestock Company
• Ordinance approving CDOT and OST right-of-way leases for North Star Preserve and Penny Hot Springs

BOCC Work Session

The Board of Commissioners is holding a work session to discuss issues before they move to formal action. Key topics include housing impact fees and potential new ground transportation fees for the Aspen / Pitkin County Airport.

• Review of Housing Impact Fees
• Discussion to request a formal resolution for new Aspen / Pitkin County Airport ground transportation fees
• Fly Quiet (Fly Clean / Fly Green) presentation
• Community Development Long Range Planning update
• Tree trimming and delineation at the Gateway Bridge

Open Space & Trails

The Open Space and Trails Board of Trustees is meeting to discuss the adoption of Phillips River Access and provide an update on the agricultural lease process. The board will also hold an executive session to negotiate conservation easements for several parcels.

• Phillips River Access Adoption
• Agricultural Lease Process Update
• Conservation Easement negotiation for Aspen-area ranch
• Conservation Easement negotiation for Snowmass Creek parcel
• Conservation Easement negotiation for Highland Mining District

BOCC Work Session

The Board of Commissioners will meet to discuss various upcoming items and community topics. Discussions include airport advisory matters, citizen board appointments, and Buttermilk parking lot use.

• Airport FBO Lease Negotiations and legal advice
• Phillips Mobile Home Park property line adjustments
• Airport Advisory Board discussion
• Citizen Board interview and renewal discussions
• Buttermilk Parking Lot Use discussion

Planning & Zoning Commission

The scheduled meeting for May 4, 2021, has been canceled. Future meetings are listed for May 18 and June 1.

BOCC Regular Meeting

The Board of County Commissioners will consider several ordinances regarding lease agreements for state highway rights-of-way and agricultural space. The meeting also includes discussions on water rights, budget carryforwards, and emergency resolutions for airport relief.

• Resolution supporting the 30 X 30 Campaign
• Resolution supporting the pause on oil and gas leasing on federal public lands
• Lease agreement with Colorado Department of Transportation adjacent to North Star Nature Preserve
• Lease agreement with Colorado Department of Transportation adjacent to Penny Hot Springs
• Agricultural lease of Glassier Open Space to Marigold Livestock Company

BOCC Work Session

The Board of Commissioners is holding a work session to discuss issues not yet ready for official action. The meeting includes staff presentations and interviews for citizen board positions.

• Oil and Gas Conservation Commission presentation by Ellen Sassao
• COVID-19 update from Jon Peacock
• Citizen Board interview for Senior Services Council (Meredith Daniel)
• Citizen Board interviews for Board of Health (Claudia Kirby and Dr. Christine Gieszl)
• Discussion of draft resolutions for 30 X 30 and Oil and Gas

Open Space & Trails

The Open Space and Trails Board of Trustees is meeting to discuss an agricultural lease for Glassier Open Space with Paul Holsinger. The board will take action as needed following public comment.

• Glassier Open Space Agricultural Lease - Paul Holsinger

Senior Services

The Pitkin County Senior Services Council is meeting to review reports and discuss membership updates. The council will also consider new program ideas for the Senior Center.

• Council visit to Senior Center report
• Membership update
• Senior Center program ideas

BOCC Work Session

The Board of Commissioners is meeting for a work session to discuss issues not yet ready for official action. The session includes presentations on financial empowerment legislation and a COVID-19 update, followed by a joint meeting with the City of Aspen, Town of Snowmass Village, and the U.S. Forest Service.

• Introduction to Office of Financial Empowerment Legislation (SB 21-148)
• COVID-19 Update presented by Jon Peacock
• Joint virtual meeting with City of Aspen, Town of Snowmass Village, and U.S. Forest Service

Hearing Officer

The regular meeting scheduled for April 20, 2021, has been canceled.

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding a request from Suzanne Wolff to amend the East of Aspen/Independence Pass Master Plan.

• Public hearing: Request to Amend the East of Aspen/Independence Pass Master Plan (Suzanne Wolff)

Healthy Rivers

The Healthy Rivers and Streams Citizens Advisory Board will discuss an intergovernmental agreement regarding Busk-Ivanhoe water rights and the Frying Pan Exchange. The meeting includes presentations on the Crystal River Wild and Scenic Designation and various watershed education programs.

• Intergovernmental Agreement with the City of Aurora and Bureau of Reclamation concerning Busk-Ivanhoe Water Rights and Frying Pan Exchange
• Crystal River Wild and Scenic Designation Support presentation by Wilderness Workshop
• Watershed Education Programs Support presentation by Roaring Fork Conservancy
• Ruby of the Rockies Documentary presentation by Ryan Wolfe
• Source Water Education Program presentation by Dr. William Evans

BOCC Regular Meeting

The Board of County Commissioners will consider several resolutions including a water rights agreement with the City of Aurora. The agenda also includes emergency resolutions regarding FAA airport relief grants and various land use hearings.

• Intergovernmental Agreement with the City of Aurora concerning Busk-Ivanhoe Water Rights
• Lease Agreement with Mind Springs Health for space at Michael W. Schultz Building
• Driveway Easement conveyance on the Wildin Parcel
• FAA Airport Coronavirus Relief Grant Program agreements for Aspen/Pitkin County Airport
• Development permit for the Farm Collaborative Learning Center at Cozy Point Ranch

Telecommunications Advisory Board

The board is meeting to review staff reports and conduct regular business. The agenda consists of procedural items and reports on broadband, engineering, and site facilities.

• Approval of 1/13/21 Regular Meeting Minutes
• Broadband Report
• Engineering Report
• Site Facility Report

BOCC Work Session

The Board of Commissioners will hold an executive session to discuss litigation and real estate transactions. The work session includes a COVID-19 update, citizen board interviews, and a briefing on airport grants.

• Executive session on Celestial and Jail litigation
• Executive session on the sale of Cougar Canyon Property
• Executive session on potential employee housing acquisition and sale
• Citizen board interviews for Grant Review Committee, Senior Services Council, and Board of Health
• Briefing on airport grants to be presented on the April 14th agenda

Board of Health

The Board of Health will review data and vaccination updates. The meeting includes a discussion on the next steps following the state's health guidelines.

• Data update presented by Josh Vance and Dr. Kim Levin
• Discussion on 'Beyond the State Dial' regarding next steps
• 5 Star Update from Raleigh Bacharach
• Vaccination update from Carly Senst
• Review of Board terms

BOCC Work Session

The Board of Commissioners will hold a work session to discuss various community issues. Topics include an ACRA impact study, a COVID-19 update, and several citizen board interviews.

• Executive session discussion regarding FAA airport regulatory requirements and the Citizen Vision Committee report
• Discussion of airport FBO Lease and lease amendment options
• ACRA Aspen Snowmass Arts & Culture Impact Study presentation
• COVID-19 update
• Citizen board interviews for Senior Services Council, Open Space & Trails, and Planning & Zoning

Planning & Zoning Commission

The regular meeting scheduled for April 6, 2021, has been canceled.

Board of Adjustment

The Board of Adjustment meeting scheduled for April 6, 2021, has been canceled. No items were decided or discussed.

Open Space & Trails

The board will review a land use referral for Jessie Young. An executive session is scheduled to discuss open space preservation master planning regarding the Aspen Area Ranch.

• Land Use Referral – Jessie Young
• Open Space Preservation Master Planning – Aspen Area Ranch

BOCC Work Session

The Board of Commissioners is holding a special meeting consisting of an executive session. The body will discuss legal advice and negotiations regarding a conservation easement and fee acquisition for the Aspen Area Ranch.

• Conservation Easement and Fee Acquisition Negotiation for Aspen Area Ranch

Open Space & Trails

The Open Space and Trails Board of Trustees is holding a special executive session. The meeting focuses on negotiations regarding conservation easements and fee acquisitions for an Aspen area ranch.

• Conservation easement and fee acquisition negotiation for an Aspen area ranch

BOCC Regular Meeting

The Board of County Commissioners will review first quarter budget supplementals and amendments to the Land Use Code for industrial hemp cultivation. The body is also considering a conservation easement purchase for Coffman Ranch and a lease agreement with Mind Springs Health.

• Resolution to approve First Quarter Budget Supplementals
• Ordinance to purchase a conservation easement from Aspen Valley Land Trust for Coffman Ranch
• Amendments to the Land Use Code for Industrial Hemp Cultivation
• Lease agreement with Mind Springs Health for space at the Michael W. Schultz Health and Human Services Building
• Intergovernmental Agreement with Garfield County regarding housing of Pitkin County detainees

BOCC Work Session

The Board of Commissioners will meet to discuss various community and organizational issues. Discussions include jail safety, age-friendly initiatives, and COVID-19 updates.

• Jail Safety Upgrade and Long Term Planning Update
• Pitkin County Age-Friendly Initiative
• COVID-19 Update
• Planning & Zoning Board Citizen Board Interview
• Planning & Zoning Citizen Board Renewal Interview

Senior Services

The Council will review the February 17, 2021 minutes and receive reports from the Manager and Chairperson. The agenda includes officer elections for the upcoming year and continued discussion regarding the 8 Domains of Livability.

• Officer elections for the period of 4/1/21 – 4/1/22
• Discussion on 8 Domains of Livability

BOCC Work Session

The Board of Commissioners will meet for an executive session to discuss legal advice regarding water rights and land acquisitions. The work session includes citizen board interviews and a COVID-19 update.

• Executive session on Aspen Area Ranch conservation easement and fee acquisition negotiations
• Executive session on Upper Midnight Water Application litigation
• Executive session on Cramer Ditch County water rights
• Citizen board interviews for Open Space & Trails Board and Planning & Zoning Board
• COVID-19 update presentation by Jon Peacock

Open Space & Trails

The Open Space and Trails Board of Trustees is holding a special meeting for an executive session. The session is focused on legal advice and negotiations for a conservation easement and fee acquisition of a ranch in the Aspen area.

• Negotiations for conservation easement and fee acquisition of an Aspen area ranch

Hearing Officer

The Hearing Officer will conduct a public hearing concerning McMcLain Flats LLC. The discussion includes a site plan review, GMQS exemptions, and the use of TDRs for additional floor area.

• McMcLlain Flats LLC Activity Envelope and Site Plan Review
• GMQS Exemption and Special Review for use of TDRs for Additional Floor Area
• GMQS Exemption of Residential Floor Area
• Agricultural Exempt Floor Area

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission is meeting to consider three land use code amendments. These include regulations for industrial hemp and changes to agricultural building reviews and park dedication fees.

• Land Use Code Amendment regarding Industrial Hemp
• Land Use Code Amendment regarding Parks/Recreation/Open Space Dedication Fee
• Land Use Code Amendment regarding Agricultural Building Review Committee

Board of Health

The Board of Health is meeting to conduct board elections and receive updates on the county's COVID-19 response. The session includes reports on vaccination, data, and the 5 Star Program. Members will also discuss mental health priorities and a Traveler Responsibility Code.

• Board Elections
• Mental Health Priority discussion
• Traveler Responsibility Code
• Vaccination Update
• 5 Star Program Update

BOCC Regular Meeting

The Board of County Commissioners will discuss budget supplementals, land use code amendments for hemp cultivation, and the purchase of a conservation easement for Coffman Ranch. The body is also reviewing leases for the Phillips Mobile Home Park and an agreement for jail meal preparation.

• Purchase of a conservation easement from Aspen Valley Land Trust (AVLT) for Coffman Ranch
• Amendments to the Land Use Code for Industrial Hemp Cultivation
• Space and cabin leases at the Phillips Mobile Home Park
• Intergovernmental Agreement with Aspen Valley Hospital for Pitkin County Jail meals
• Contract with Howard Rubinstein to sell the County's Cougar Outparcel

BOCC Work Session

The Board of Commissioners is holding a work session to discuss issues that may lead to future official action. Key topics include land use code amendments and updates to waste center ordinances.

• Solid Waste Center Construction and Demolition Ordinance update
• Proposed Land Use Code Amendments for Industrial Hemp Cultivation
• COVID-19 update
• Citizen Board Renewal for Planning & Zoning (James VeShencey)
• Citizen Board interviews for Board of Health and Senior Services Council

Redstone HPC

The committee is meeting to elect officers and discuss a proposed short-term rental statement for the Board of County Commissioners. Members will also review a presentation on the Redstone Park Discussion and Draft Plan.

• Election of officers
• Proposed short-term rental statement for issue to BOCC
• Presentation on the Redstone Park Discussion and Draft Plan

Agricultural Committee

The county is hosting a community webinar to provide updates from various departments. The meeting includes reports from AVH, Public Health, the Vaccine Clinic, and Human Services.

• AVH update
• Public Health update
• Vaccine Clinic update
• Human Services update
• Public Q&A session

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission meeting scheduled for March 2, 2021, has been canceled. No other items are listed for the meeting.

Board of Adjustment

The Board of Adjustment meeting scheduled for March 2, 2021, was canceled. No items were decided or discussed.

Board of Health

The Board of Health is meeting to review COVID-19 data and vaccination updates. The body will discuss the Pitkin County Traveler Affidavit and current CDC travel recommendations.

• Pitkin County Traveler Affidavit and CDC travel recommendations
• COVID-19 vaccination update
• 5 Star Update
• Epidemiological data update

BOCC Regular Meeting

The Board of County Commissioners will discuss several ordinances regarding the Phillips Mobile Home Park, including leases and emergency housing assistance. The meeting also includes a proposed property conveyance of 109 Basalt Mountain Drive and the purchase of 200 Lakeside Drive.

• Emergency housing assistance payments for Phillips Mobile Home Park tenants via the State of Colorado
• Proposed purchase of 200 Lakeside Drive, Basalt and conveyance of 109 Basalt Mountain Drive, Carbondale
• Intergovernmental Agreement with Aspen Valley Hospital for Pitkin County Jail meal preparation
• Grant application for the Roaring Fork Middle Mile Fiber Project
• Three-year extension of vested rights for Chaparral Aspen Homesteads 1-11A and Chaparral Remote Parcels 1-10

BOCC Work Session

The Board of Commissioners will receive a fourth quarter 2020 update from the Board of Social Services. The session includes staff presentations on coroner staffing and COVID-19, as well as a citizen board renewal interview.

• Board of Social Services (BOSS) Fourth Quarter 2020 Update
• Coroner Staffing Update presented by Connie Baker and Dr. Steve Ayers
• COVID-19 Update presented by Jon Peacock
• Citizen Board Renewal Interview for Chris Wheatley (Healthy Rivers & Streams Board)
• Executive Session for personnel evaluations

Healthy Rivers

The Healthy Rivers and Streams Citizens Advisory Board will receive an update on the Robinson Diversion Project Plan. Additionally, representatives from River Restoration will present the 2020 annual monitoring and adaptive management report for the Healthy Rivers Whitewater Park.

• Update on Robinson Diversion Project Plan
• Annual Review of Monitoring and Adaptive Management Plan for Healthy Rivers Whitewater Park

Senior Services

The Pitkin County Senior Services Council will review the Age-Friendly 8 Domains of Livability and strategize for the upcoming year. The council is also planning for officer elections to be held at the March meeting.

• Review and discussion of Age-Friendly 8 Domains of Livability
• Council member recruitment
• Planning for officer elections for the term 4/1/21-4/1/22

BOCC Work Session

The Board of Commissioners is holding an annual retreat at the Pitkin County Library. The agenda includes a board retreat on February 16 and 17, followed by a CCI Steering Committee meeting.

• Board of Commissioners Annual Retreat (Feb. 16-17)
• CCI Steering Committee Meeting (Feb. 18-19)

Hearing Officer

The Hearing Officer is conducting a public hearing regarding Buttercup Ranch LLC. The body will review an activity envelope, site plan, and special reviews for a CDU and TDR receiver site exemption.

• Buttercup Ranch LLC Activity Envelope and Site Plan Review
• Special Review for a CDU
• Special Review and GMQS Exemption for TDR Receiver Site

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission is meeting to review a land use action. The primary item is a request from Suzanne Wolff to amend the East of Aspen/Independence Pass Master Plan.

• Request to Amend the East of Aspen/Independence Pass Master Plan by Suzanne Wolff

Board of Health

The Board of Health is meeting to review COVID-19 data, vaccination progress, and the State Dial 2.0 alignment. The session focuses on response, resilience, and recovery efforts.

• Data update from Epidemiologist Josh Vance
• State Dial 2.0 alignment and PHO update
• COVID-19 dashboard update
• Vaccination update
• 5 Star update

BOCC Regular Meeting

The Board of County Commissioners will discuss a medical marijuana license for Southwest Alternative Care and a liquor license transfer for Woody Creek Tavern. The board is also reviewing ordinances regarding the county procurement code and the conveyance of land at 109 Basalt Mountain Drive.

• Medical Clinic Marijuana License application for Southwest Alternative Care at 24505 Highway 82, Basalt
• Ordinance to waive certain liquor license fees through December 7, 2021
• Ordinance repealing and reenacting the Pitkin County Procurement Code
• Conveyance of 109 Basalt Mountain Drive, Carbondale and purchase of 200 Lakeside Drive, Basalt
• Grant application for the Roaring Fork Middle Mile Fiber Project

BOCC Work Session

The Board of Commissioners will meet to discuss various community and organizational issues. Discussions include a CDOT construction request, the Healthy Community Fund, and a COVID-19 update.

• CDOT Construction Request presentation
• Healthy Community Fund impact demonstration
• COVID-19 Update
• Citizen Board Interview for Senior Services Council
• Discussion of Solid Waste Center Grant Letter of Support and FAA Grant

Board of Adjustment

The Board of Adjustment is meeting to review a single variance request for a residential property. The board will determine if the requested change to zoning requirements is permitted.

• Case 02-2021: Request for a 20 foot rear yard setback variance (30 feet required) at 802 South Starwood Drive

Agricultural Committee

The agenda for this meeting is procedural boilerplate. No specific discussion items or decisions are listed.

Open Space & Trails

The Open Space and Trails Board of Trustees is meeting to review the Redstone Park Plan and a land use referral. The board will also enter executive session to discuss several conservation easement acquisitions and property negotiations.

• Redstone Park Plan
• Land Use Referral
• Conservation easement negotiations for Aspen Area Ranch
• Conservation easement negotiations for Snowmass Creek parcel
• Mining claim acquisition for Roaring Fork Mining District

BOCC Work Session

The Board of Commissioners is conducting a work session to discuss upcoming agenda items and receive staff presentations. An executive session will address the Crystal River's Wild and Scenic Designation, the sale of Cougar Canyon Property, and employee housing acquisition.

• Executive session on Wild and Scenic Designation of the Crystal River
• Executive session on sale of Cougar Canyon Property
• Executive session on Employee Housing Acquisition
• COVID-19 update from Jon Peacock
• Citizen Board Renewal Interviews for Andre Wille and Lisa Tasker

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission meeting was scheduled to address the Aspen Mountain Pandora Expansion. The rezoning and SKI-REC Master Plan Amendment item was continued to February 16, 2021.

• Aspen Mountain Pandora Expansion Rezoning & SKI-REC Master Plan Amendment (continued)

Board of Health

The Board of Health is meeting to address COVID-19 response, resilience, and recovery. The agenda includes an executive session regarding litigation between the Restaurant Alliance and Pitkin County.

• Executive Session: Restaurant Alliance vs Pitkin County, et. al. Litigation
• Procedure for moving to Orange
• 5 Star Program
• Vaccination Update
• Enforcement Update

BOCC Regular Meeting

The Board of Commissioners is reviewing several lease agreements for the Michael W. Schultz Health and Human Services Building and the county courthouse. The meeting also includes decisions on sales tax revenue distribution and a grant for resilient communities.

• Lease agreements for Response, Aspen Homeless Shelter, Community Health Services, Mind Springs Health, and Recovery Resources
• Resolution for 2021 Municipal Share of County Sales Tax Revenue distribution
• Acceptance of the Great Outdoors Colorado Resilient Community Grant
• Liquor license application for Beyul Retreat at Diamond J Lodge
• Resolution for JCH LLC Subdivision Detailed Submission and Final Plat

BOCC Work Session

The Board of Commissioners will meet to discuss several upcoming items, including the future use of the Emma Store Buildings. Discussions also include airport advisory matters, growth management studies, and short term rental regulations.

• Discussion regarding Emma Store Buildings Future Use Recommendation
• Airport Advisory Board discussion
• Economic and climate analysis studies for growth management outreach
• Short term rental license and regulation discussion
• Permission for Telecommunications Department to apply for a DOLA Grant

Healthy Rivers

The Healthy Rivers and Streams Citizens Advisory Board will appoint its 2021 leadership and review a CSU hay production irrigation study. The board is also scheduled to discuss the Yule Creek Mine Clean Water Act Permit Application and a scholarship extension.

• CSU Hay Production Irrigation Study presentation by Richard Van Gytenbeek
• Yule Creek Mine Clean Water Act Permit Application discussion
• Request to extend Mariaine Gonzalez Martinez scholarship
• Appointment of 2021 Chair and Vice-Chair
• Executive session regarding Crystal River Augmentation and Upper Midnight Mine Litigation

Senior Services

The Pitkin County Senior Services Council is meeting to plan its activities for the upcoming year. The council will also discuss recruiting new members.

• Council member recruitment
• Strategizing for the year ahead
• Discussion of Aspen Times piece from 12/22/20 titled 'Experienced Aspen'
• Basalt Elementary School cards and letters

BOCC Work Session

The Board of Commissioners will meet to discuss various community issues and upcoming agenda items. Discussions include a COVID-19 update, an air quality study, and reports from board members regarding their representative roles.

• COVID-19 Update by Jon Peacock
• Air Quality Study by Cindy Houben
• Executive Session discussion regarding Sale of Cougar Canyon
• Executive Session discussion regarding Yule Creek Mine Clean Water Act Permit Application
• Executive Session discussion regarding Aurora-Bureau of Reclamation - Pitkin County MOU

Agricultural Committee

The Agricultural Committee meeting scheduled for January 19, 2021, has been canceled.

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding the Farm Collaborative Learning Center. The body will also elect a Chair and Co-Chair.

• Election of Chair and Co-Chair
• Public hearing: Farm Collaborative Learning Center Location and Extent Review and Activities of State and Local Interest Review

Agricultural Committee

The meeting focuses on public health updates and vaccine clinic information. Officials will provide updates on human services, mental health resources, and COVID-19 testing.

• Vaccine clinic update from Gabe Muething
• Public health update from Josh Vance and Jordana Sabella
• Mental health resources presentation by Angilina Taylor of AspenStrong
• Human services update from Nan Sundeen
• Vaccine update from Carlin Senst

BOCC Regular Meeting

The Board of Commissioners will discuss several lease agreements for the Michael W. Schultz Health and Human Services Building and the Pitkin County Courthouse. The board is also reviewing the 2021 municipal share of county sales tax revenue distribution and the county procurement code.

• Lease agreements for space at the Michael W. Schultz Health and Human Services Building with Response, Aspen Homeless Shelter, Community Health Services, and Mind Springs Health
• Lease agreement with Recovery Resources for space at the Michael W. Schultz building and Pitkin County Courthouse
• Lease agreement with Alpine Legal Services and a lease modification with Subway Real Estate, LLC
• Resolution establishing the 2021 formula for distribution of municipal share of county sales tax revenue
• Ordinance repealing and reenacting the Pitkin County Procurement Code

Telecommunications Advisory Board

The board will review staff reports regarding broadband, engineering, and site facilities. The meeting also includes the approval of minutes from the October 14, 2020 meeting.

• Approval of 10/14/20 Regular Meeting Minutes
• Broadband Report
• Engineering Report
• Site Facility Report

BOCC Work Session

The Board of Commissioners is meeting for a work session to discuss issues not yet ready for official action. The session includes a COVID-19 update and a review of board leadership appointments.

• COVID-19 Update presented by Jon Peacock
• Final review of Board Chair, Vice-Chair, and Board Committee Appointments
• Virtual Commissioner Swearing In Ceremony by Judge Erin Fernandez-Ely
• E-Team Farewell for George Newman

Board of Health

The Board of Health is holding a special meeting to address COVID-19 response, resilience, and recovery. The session includes a staff recommendation from Interim Public Health Director Jordana Sabella followed by board discussion and decision.

• Staff recommendation from Interim Public Health Director Jordana Sabella regarding COVID-19 response

BOCC Special Meeting

The Board of Commissioners is holding a special work session to discuss the January 7, 2021, Board of Health meeting. No packet materials were provided for this item.

• Debrief of Board of Health Meeting from January 7, 2021

Open Space & Trails

The Board of Trustees will review a land use referral and the future use of the Emma Store Building. The meeting includes an executive session to discuss the acquisition and negotiation of several properties and conservation easements.

• Emma Store Building future use recommendation
• Frying Pan Trail discussion
• Great Outdoors Colorado Resilience Community Grant
• Executive session on Aspen Area Ranch master planning
• Negotiations for mining claims in Roaring Fork and Highland Mining Districts

Board of Health

The Board of Health is meeting to review updates on vaccinations, epidemiological data, and human services. The session includes a staff recommendation and a board decision regarding the COVID-19 response, resilience, and recovery.

• Vaccination update
• Epidemiological data presentation
• Consumer Protection presentation
• Human Services presentation
• Staff recommendation for COVID-19 response

BOCC Work Session

The Board of Commissioners is holding a work session to discuss items for future formal adoption. The meeting includes an executive session regarding potential employee housing acquisition and discussions on intergovernmental agreements and board appointments.

• Potential employee housing acquisition (Executive Session)
• Intergovernmental Agreement (IGA) with Garfield County Sheriff's Office to house inmates
• Resolution appointing Commissioner Chair, Vice-Chair, and representatives to boards and committees
• COVID-19 update presentation

Planning & Zoning Commission

The January 5, 2021, meeting of the Planning and Zoning Commission has been canceled.

Board of Adjustment

The Board of Adjustment is meeting to review a single variance request for a residential property. The board will determine if the requested deviation from zoning requirements is permitted.

• Case 01-2021: Request for a 17-foot front yard setback variance (30 feet required) at 117 Little Texas to construct additions

BOCC Special Meeting

The Board of Commissioners is holding a special meeting to address a gas outage. The body will consider an emergency resolution regarding Black Hills Energy.

• Emergency Resolution: Black Hills Energy Gas Outage Emergency Declaration